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Best time to go
July to October lines up with the migration and the best dry-season game viewing; January and February are also excellent. The long rains (March to May) are greener and quieter but wetter on the roads.
Top places
Things to do
Safari and wildlife
- The great migration in the Maasai Mara
- Elephants beneath Kilimanjaro in Amboseli
- Rhinos and big cats in the conservancies
Rift Valley and lakes
- Flamingos at Lake Nakuru
- Hike and boat at Hell's Gate
- Hot springs and escarpment views
Coast and reef
- White sand and reefs at Diani Beach
- Swahili history in old Mombasa
- Dhow sails off Lamu island
Culture and food
- Visit a Maasai village
- Nyama choma grilled meat
- Coastal Swahili and coconut curries
Costs
| What it costs | Typical |
|---|---|
| Hostel dorm, per night | $15 to $28 |
| Budget hotel or guesthouse, per night | $45 to $90 |
| Mid-range hotel, per night | $100 to $180 |
| Meals, per day | $20 to $45 |
With a partner, rooms, taxis and boats are the easy things to share. Our guide to splitting travel costs with a travel partner has a simple way to keep track. Estimates in US dollars, for planning only.
Getting around
Safaris are run by operators in 4x4s; light aircraft link the parks and the coast quickly. In Nairobi, ride-hailing apps are the easy way around.
How many people visit
International arrivals to Kenya over the most recent years with data, roughly number 6 of 15 in its region by reported arrivals.
Source: UN Tourism (UNWTO). Years marked * are estimates: this country's measured baseline scaled by UN Tourism's published regional recovery rates, shown until measured figures are out.
Key facts
- Largest city
- Nairobi
- Languages
- English, Swahili
- Population
- 57.5 million (2025)
- Area
- 580,367 km² (224,081 mi²)
- Calling code
- +254
- Region
- Eastern Africa
Travelling solo in Kenya
Arriving alone is fine: plenty of people start a Kenya trip on their own, and a travel partner can be someone you share one day with or the whole route.
- Use trusted safari operators and taxi apps in Nairobi.
- At night, use a licensed taxi or a ride-hailing app rather than an unmarked car.
- Carry a copy of your ID and leave the original in your accommodation safe.
Meeting someone new? Talk here first, meet somewhere public, and read our travel safety guide.
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Travelling to Kenya with a travel buddy
How do I find a travel buddy for Kenya?
Make a free profile and add your Kenya trip with rough dates. You will see travelers going on your dates and open trips to Kenya you can ask to join, or you can post your own trip and let partners find you. Asking to join a trip is always free.
When is the best time to visit Kenya?
July to October lines up with the migration and the best dry-season game viewing; January and February are also excellent. The long rains (March to May) are greener and quieter but wetter on the roads.
How much does a day in Kenya cost?
Typical costs, in US dollars: hostel dorm, per night: $15 to $28; budget hotel or guesthouse, per night: $45 to $90; mid-range hotel, per night: $100 to $180; meals, per day: $20 to $45. These are estimates for planning only. With a travel partner, rooms and taxis are easy to share.
Is Kenya good for solo travelers?
Arriving alone is fine: plenty of people start a Kenya trip on their own, and a travel partner can be someone you share one day with or the whole route.
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